Doctors and Demonstrators by Drew Halfmann

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Summary

Since Roe versus Wade, abortion has been a continually divisive political issue in the United States. This title looks beyond simplistic cultural or religious explanations to find out why abortion politics and policies differ so dramatically in these otherwise similar countries. It argues that political institutions are the key.

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Doctors and Demonstrators by Drew Halfmann

Since Roe versus Wade, abortion has been a continually divisive political issue in the United States. This title looks beyond simplistic cultural or religious explanations to find out why abortion politics and policies differ so dramatically in these otherwise similar countries. It argues that political institutions are the key.
Doctors and Demonstrators is an innovative, thorough, and expertly designed work of political analysisThere is much to admire here, but one of the most important elements is the use of a comparative historical approach to an issue of legal policy. Halfmann sets up an intriguing puzzle - why are abortion politics in the United States, Britain, and Canada so different? - and provides a subtle yet clear and powerful explanation. (John Skrentny, University of California, San Diego)
Drew Halfmann is assistant professor of sociology at the University of California, Davis.
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ISBN 13 9780226313436
ISBN 10 0226313433
Title Doctors and Demonstrators
Author Drew Halfmann
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher The University of Chicago Press
Year published 2011-11-14
Number of pages 336
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